About the Black-capped Flycatcher
The black-capped flycatcher is a very small passerine bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Costa Rica and Panama.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Empidonax atriceps |
| Species Codes | blcfly1, BCAF, BCFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-capped Flycatcher belong to?
The Black-capped Flycatcher (Empidonax atriceps) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-capped Flycatcher?
The black-capped flycatcher is a very small passerine bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Costa Rica and Panama....
Where can I report a Black-capped Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-capped Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blcfly1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
442
Species in Family
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